How to Perform on the Santa Monica Pier

[@SeadartVSG]

That is really nice of you to take the time to put together information for other performers for dealing with the LA bureaucracy. You are a very talented singer, I hope you have continued success with your music. I used to visit the pier on vacations with my parents when I was a kid in the 60s, it was quite the scene then, and have only been back once as an adult. It was on a weeknight in the early Spring and there was just one guy- - - playing a Gretsch 6120 with a loop pedal; and sounding a lot better than anything you hear on the radio lately, he was amazing. Lots of talent must find it's way to that pier.

[@oktopussoul3993]

This came right when I needed it! I'm in Southern Cali and about to dive into the world of busking myself. The info here was super useful for me, and encouraging. Thank you much!

[@DavidSL64]

Such a great simple video for budding buskers. Love your song at the end, thank you.

[@chelugo9928]

This video was not only informative it was adorable. Thank you!!

[@rodbrock4759]

Great video. I've played at fisherman's wharf in Sam Franciso a couple of times. --:)Rod

[@chrishudson8822]

Just discovered you on you tube the other week . Loving your music, keep on singing

[@nc7641]

I know lots of people have already said this, but thank you for this video! I'm starting to go out and perform and needed a general rundown of how it works on the pier/ in LA. Much love

[@jo287]

Ladies & Gentlemen, Katie Ferrara

[@Plafintarr]

You're an inspiration, Katie. Greetings from a fan and fellow busker in Denmark.

[@katieferraraofficial]

Plafintarr so cool to meet you! Thanks for watching. :)

[@Livvmegan]

Thanks for making this!

[@BUDDYSNORES]

That was interesting Katie, Thanks!

[@nadeemb933]

thank you if I see you there know that I came all the way from New York to live the dream

[@goodbragpro]

Never even once saw you when i busk lol.. Ill prolly go back and do that again ive been busy in the studio

[@warde5084]

Thank you, great performances, and great information. GOD Bless you and keep singing, beautiful voice and very inspiring.

[@FreedomMusicTravel]

ur conduction helps a lot

[@darthcrios]

Awesome little run down, just what I needed to know!!

[@YoungbokGomez]

Great video! I'm really glad you made this lol I was really clueless on how to do all that since the website doesn't really explain well.

[@katieferraraofficial]

Youngbok Gomez thank you!

[@Arkane117]

Do they pretty much give you a permit if you apply and pay the fee? At the pier, do they kick you out if they don’t like your performance?

[@GianSolo]

so helpful! thanks!

[@marcossantana1312]

Thank you

[@mg1617s1]

Thank you!

[@nathanbibiano9047]

Hi I like your video on how to busk in Santa Monica so the way the systems works is your selected a random spot and how many spots can they give per a day?

[@TMJbbx]

Is there sound limit that you must follow?

[@alfredomartinez2507]

Do i need to be 18 to get a permit

[@DaTechFish]

Is it ok if your from a different state?

[@loveisthemostpowerfulforce1397]

How loud can you play a song? I want as many people to hear me sing as possible.

[@raulcelaya9410]

I’ve seen you before your pretty good ,,, what if my music has cuss words !?

[@MITCH1221]

Thanks Katie! Is their electricity to plug in to?

[@katieferraraofficial]

MITCHE543 no you have to bring your own battery

[@marionobre2678]

I from Portugal and thinking of buskin for a month there... where are the best places to do without a permit?

[@katieferraraofficial]

Mário Nobre you can go to Venice or research a farmers market and play. Or I would try a park like the Echo Park lake :)

[@ryshenton]

Do you have to be a U.S citizen to busk in California? I’m from Canada...

[@Arkane117]

I don’t think they ask you if you are a citizen or not

[@laineyxlavender]

Hi Katie , what kind of amplification can you use there? I have a PA but I'm wondering how to power everything …

[@katieferraraofficial]

elainelaymusic I have a crate limo and a Mackie Freeplay.. everyone uses battery powered amps. You can also invest in a car battery

[@raulcelaya9410]

Yea but if I get a car battery how do I plug in my speaker

[@crabbydad8931]

thanks for info! 20 feet this way, need permit and lottery bucket. 20 feet this way, none required. makes cents. this is your spot on the red tape ; )

[@jasonwhitestone]

💓💓💓💓💓

[@Blasterbull]

what sort of kitchen is that ? girl, you need to cook something right now !

[@rodhuckaba]

its a trap

[@bulldozer99]

Okay SIR!!! And gentlemen aka guys in general.....

[@bobbysumlar4564]

Thank you

[@hudgee]

Thanks! Super helpful!

[@guny67ify]

Thanks Katie! Is their electricity to plug in to?